Burn Those Who Burned Me novel Chapter 44

Chapter 44

-Aaron’s POV:

Aaron could see Thomas making his way over to his section. Vincent and Damon had already filled him in about Thomas and the Crests falling apact Everything was coming together as planned. He and Uncle Pete glanced at each other signally that it was almost time to bring Rabena. As Thomas grew closer, Pete walked away to find Gloria and Rabena. Vincent made his way over to Aaron. Just then, Thomas walked up with this huge smile on his face.

“Chairman Michaels, apologies for my brother–in–law earlie

do you know him?”

gh I must admit, I was little surprised to learn Damon is here. If you don’t mind my asking, how

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sweat forming on his forehead as he spoke. Giving a slight smile Aaron signaled for Aaron knew Thomas was trying to play it cool, but he could Thomas to follow him over towards the stage. As they walked, Aaron began to speak.

“I actually had the pleasure of meeting Damon Crest recently. We even spoke about his sister.”

Aaron looked at Thomas with a mischievous grin, he knew mentioning Rabena would send instant fear to him. Judging by his expression, he was night. The color in Thomas’s face was almost completely drained.

“I–Is that right? Um, what did he say.”

Aaron was having too good a time watching Thomas panic. It was what he deserved after what his finance suffered through at the hands of him.

“Oh, a little of this and that. You can tell he’s really protective of her. Though I must say, after learning all about her, I almost asked him for her hand in marriage.”

The two men reached their destination, Aaron was now staring Thomas directly in the face. Thomas looked as if the ceiling was about to fall, ‘Is he joking? Isn’t he about to introduce me to his fiancé?” Walking right into his trap, Thomas arrogantly reminded Aaron that Rabena was his wife.

“Well, I guess it’s ashamed I married her first.”

Thomas looked smugly at Aaron. Although he wanted this deal, he wasn’t about to let Michaels disrespect him, as far as he knew, Rabena was his wife! Aaron gave Thomas a blank look, it was pissing him off hearing him call Rabena his wife, but he had to stick to the plan. Smiling coolly, Aaron let out a chuckle.

“I suppose it is. Although, the way you spake so highly of that Danielle person, I would have thought SHE was your wife. Especially the way she clung onto your arm tonight. It’s a shame your wife is sick I would have loved to meet her. Maybe some other time hmm.”

Thomas could feel something was off, he wasn’t sure why, but Michaels entire demeanor was different. Something felt cold, distant. Pushing those thoughts back, Thomas told himself it must be his nerves. Besides, he planned on remarrying Rabena anyway so that smug look on Michales‘ face wouldn’t last forever.

“Indeed! I’ll have to plan a gathering after the merger so that our wives can meet.”

Aaron nearly burst out laughing. Though he had to give it to Lockwood, he was truly committed to this lie. Aaron turned to Vincent as he nodded his head indicating Rabena was ready, a smile on his face he turned back over to Thomas.

“Well, let’s not waste anymore time than shall we. Lockwood, first let me say I’ve decided to make the deal with Lockwood Architecture Corp. It’s going to be a multibillion–dollar deal as we plan to expand the entire Northern Continent”

Thomas could hardly believe his ears! Just like that! The deal was even larger than he’d dreamed! Not to mention he hadn’t even had the chance to meet Michaels‘ fiancé. What had changed his mind? Well, whatever it was, he sure as hell wasn’t going to question it! Grabbing Aaron’s hand to shake it, Thomas could hardly contain his glee.